One of the most recognizable figures in all of rock music, Ian Anderson has led Jethro Tull since it’s inception in 1967. With over 30 albums to their credit, selling upwards of 60 million, the band is in rare company.

The band just issued a brand-new album, called Rock Flute, and now Anderson is readying the 7 Decades tour, coming to a city near you.

Ian talks about how he gets ready for a tour, how he assembles a setlist in each town, and how, surprisingly, he actually books the travel himself. He touches on the creation of his band’s latest album, as well as his opinion of AI technology. He also reveals the three Jethro Tull songs he feels he needs to play at every show.